The Conjuring series star Madison Wolfe has offered an emotional response to the fourth movie, story of The Conjuring: Last Rites marks the end of Ed (Patrick Wilson) and Lorraine Warren (Vera Farmiga) digging into paranormal hauntings. While it's unclear which of their real-world investigations will be adapted for the final movie, it will mark a seemingly definitive end to the nearly 12-year-old horror franchise.
Speaking with ScreenRant about her new movie The Man in the White Van, Wolfe, who portrayed Janet Hodgson in The Conjuring 2, gave an emotional response to The Conjuring: Last Rites ending the series. The actor explained how important the franchise is to her because of her prior involvement, and how it doesn't feel like almost 10 years have ed since she contributed to it. She feels "bittersweet" about it ending, but is also excited to see how the final film shapes up. Check out what Wolfe had to say below:
Yeah, it's bittersweet. Part of me feels like I filmed that movie yesterday, and part of me feels like it's been ages. That character in that franchise is so dear to my heart. I love everyone involved, so to see the story come full circle is really, really special, and also a little bit sad, and a little bit exciting. But, yeah, I can't wait to see it unfold.
What Wolfe's Statement Says About The Conjuring 4 Ending The Series
The Franchise's Ending Comes With Many Expectations
The Conjuring: Last Rites cast will see Wilson and Farmiga reprise their roles for the last time, alongside Mia Tomlison as their daughter, Judy, and Ben Hardy as their son-in-law, Tony Spera. The film is being directed by Michael Chaves, who spearheaded the previous two movies in the franchise, The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It and The Nun II. David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick, Ian Goldberg, and Richard Niang return as screenplay writers, based on a story from Johnson-McGoldrick and James Wan. These familiar names signal the final film will feel similar to the most recent installments.
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Well before the Conjuring franchise, Ed and Lorraine Warren's paranormal investigations inspired The Amityville Horror and other horror movies.
While Wolfe has only appeared in one of The Conjuring movies, her deep connection to the franchise shows how beloved a horror series it's become over the last decade. While critical reception to some of the films has been lukewarm, they've all managed to succeed at the global box office, even as those numbers have dwindled since the series began. The actors' sentiments over the final installment reflect how much of a horror powerhouse the series has been since 2013, and the void it will leave once it finally comes to a close.
Our Take On Wolfe's Sentiments Over The Conjuring 4 Ending The Series
It Won't Be Easy To Say Goodbye
Wolfe's comments resonate when it comes to The Conjuring: Last Rites ending the horror series, which won't be easy to let go given its sprawling story with plenty of memorable characters. However, the Warrens' journey had to end at some point, with a fourth mainline movie being the best way to give the recurring duo a proper sendoff. With the storyline and outcome yet to be revealed, anticipation is building for how the horror series' swan song will play out.
The Conjuring: Last Rites began filming in September 2024, with a slated release date of September 5, 2025.
The Conjuring: Last Rites
- Release Date
- September 5, 2025
- Director
- Michael Chaves
- Writers
- James Wan, David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick, Ian B. Goldberg, Richard Naing
Cast
Ed Warren
Lorraine Warren
Mia Tomlinson
Ben Hardy
The Conjuring: Last Rites, directed by Michael Chaves, follows paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren as they embark on their final haunting investigation. The duo confronts mysterious entities in this chilling installment, adding to the legacy of the supernatural series.
- Main Genre
- Horror
